2025年1月21日 · Heart failure can be caused by a weakened, damaged or stiff heart. If the heart is damaged or weakened, the heart chambers may stretch and get bigger. The heart can't pump out the needed amount of blood.

2024年8月13日 · Many things can damage the heart valves. If a heart valve is narrowed, it's called stenosis. If a heart valve lets blood flow backward, it's called regurgitation.

2024年2月21日 · This disease of the heart muscle makes it harder for the heart to pump blood to the rest of the body. Learn the different types and how they're treated.

2024年6月4日 · Severe myocarditis weakens the heart so that the rest of the body doesn't get enough blood. Clots can form in the heart, leading to a stroke or heart attack. Treatment for myocarditis may include medicines, procedures or surgeries.

2024年8月13日 · Heart disease treatment depends on the cause and type of heart damage. Treatment for heart disease may include: Lifestyle changes such as eating a diet low in salt and saturated fat, getting more exercise, and not smoking. Medicines. A heart procedure. Heart surgery. Medications

2023年10月9日 · A heart attack occurs when the flow of blood to the heart is severely reduced or blocked. The blockage is usually due to a buildup of fat, cholesterol and other substances in the heart (coronary) arteries.

2023年12月12日 · Damage to cardiac muscle weakens the heart's ability to pump blood through the body, leading to heart failure — a debilitating and life-threatening disease. People with heart failure often suffer a diminished quality of life associated with shortness of breath, fatigue, swollen legs and limited daily activities.

2023年11月22日 · To understand the causes of heart valve disease, it may be helpful to know how the heart works. Four valves in the heart keep blood flowing in the right direction. These valves are: Aortic valve. Mitral valve. Pulmonary valve. Tricuspid valve. Each valve has flaps, called leaflets or cusps. The flaps open and close once during each heartbeat.

2023年11月28日 · High blood pressure can narrow and damage the arteries that supply blood to the heart. This damage is known as coronary artery disease. Too little blood flow to the heart can lead to chest pain, called angina.

2022年6月25日 · Endocarditis occurs when bacteria or other germs enter the bloodstream and travel to the heart. The germs then stick to damaged heart valves or damaged heart tissue.